The teacher wanted to know why I ________ late. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The teacher wanted to know why I ________ late.

A. was

B. have been

C. had been

D. am

Answer: Option A

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Indirect speech: present changes to past; 'was' for contemporaneous lateness.

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A. hung

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C. hang

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